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Fun and games return to NBC this summer as summer's #1 show, "America's Got Talent," is back along with "American Ninja Warrior," "Password" and "The Wall." "AMERICA'S GOT TALENT" - PREMIERE TUESDAY, JUNE 2 (8-10 p.m. ET/PT) The 21st season of "America's Got Talent" returns with an all-new lineup of aspiring acts competing for the ultimate $1 million prize. Executive producer Simon Cowell is joined on the judging panel by acclaimed actress and international superstar Sofia Vergara, fan-favorite comedian Howie Mandel and global singer-songwriter Mel B. The dynamic Terry Crews returns as host. Season 21 introduces a fresh mix of performers ready to showcase their talent on the world-famous "AGT" stage. Following the auditions which begin airing on Tuesday, June 2, "America's Got Talent" will kick off the live shows at the Pasadena Civic Auditorium beginning Tuesday, Aug. 18 (8-10 p.m. ET/PT) on NBC. Results shows will air Wednesday nights (8-9 p.m. ET/PT). "America's Got Talent" was created by Simon Cowell and is co-produced by Fremantle and Syco Entertainment. Simon Cowell, Sam Donnelly and Natasha Brugler are the executive producers. "PASSWORD" - PREMIERE TUESDAY, JUNE 2 (10-11 p.m. ET/PT) NBC's hit game show "Password" returns with Emmy Award-winners Jimmy Fallon and Keke Palmer for a fun filled third season of the ultimate word showdown. Palmer is back to host as Fallon and a rotating roster of star-studded celebrity guests team up with everyday contestants in an unpredictable battle of wits and words, where teams use one word clues to guess the secret password for a chance to win cash prizes. Building on the classic gameplay that has made the series a fan favorite for decades, Season 3 delivers fast paced rounds packed with outrageous clues, wild guesses, and hilarious moments. Fallon executive produces alongside Jeffrey Breeden, who also serves as showrunner. John Quinn is also an executive producer. "Password" is produced by Fremantle in association with Universal Television Alternative Studio and Electric Hot Dog. "AMERICAN NINJA WARRIOR" - PREMIERE MONDAY, JUNE 8 (9-11 p.m. ET/PT) Season 18 of "American Ninja Warrior" is bringing together the country's most elite athletes to conquer the world's most challenging obstacle courses. Hosts Matt Iseman and Akbar Gbajabiamila, along with co-host Zuri Hall, are back to call the action in Las Vegas. New this season is an all new round to the competition featuring a supersized three lane racecourse called the Tripleheader, where ninjas will go head to head to head in high speed, side by side races. Continuing with the major changes from last season, the National Finals will follow an action-packed, all-racing format with the winner taking home the $250,000 grand prize. "American Ninja Warrior" is produced by A. Smith & Co. Productions. Executive producers are Arthur Smith, Kent Weed, Anthony Storm, Brian Richardson and Kristen Stabile. "THE WALL" - PREMIERE WEDNESDAY, AUG. 19 (9-10 p.m. ET/PT) Hosted by Emmy Award winner Chris Hardwick, "The Wall" is an action-packed game with more than $12 million on the line each night and up to $3 million on a single heart-stopping drop as teammates work together to answer questions to build a huge cash prize. The rules are simple: Get a question correct and a green ball will fall down the four-story wall and add the value of the slot to the players' winning total. Miss a question and an ominous red ball will fall and deduct the value from the team's total. Contestants compete in pairs and must blindly trust their loved ones to make the right decisions during the game to accumulate their earnings. Back this season is the high stakes "Wall to Wall" gameplay, tempting players to risk all seven balls for a chance to win big. Celebrating its 100th milestone episode later this year, "The Wall" continues to change lives through its cash prizes, having given away over $35 million to date. "The Wall" is a collaboration between Fulwell Entertainment's SpringHill Company and Glassman Media with LeBron James, Chris Hardwick, Maverick Carter, Aaron Long, Jessica Otazua, Quintin Strack, Andrew Glassman and Tim Sullivan serving as executive producers. "The Wall" was developed by Glassman Media in conjunction with CORE Media and produced in association with Universal Television Alternative Studio, a division of Universal Studio Group. One show that is not on the list is "Yes Chef!". The Martha Stewart/Jose Andres competition has been canceled. The series "blends the high-stakes thrill of a cooking competition with the raw emotion of personal transformation as it delves into the powerful personalities attracted to the chaotic culinary lifestyle," per the official description. It put a dozen "highly skilled yet rebellious chefs, who have been nominated by their bosses, co-workers, friends and even family, through the ultimate test and challenges designed to push their pressure points." Chef Emily Brubaker won the first season's $250,000 grand prize. |
posted 3/11/2026 |
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Saskatchewan entertainer and founding TeleMiracle host Blake Emmons has died at the age of 81. Emmons was part of the first TeleMiracle in 1977, helping launch what would become one of the province's most enduring annual fundraisers. A country music singer and television personality, Emmons, born Bruce MacKenzie in Toronto, also hosted the CTV series Funny Farm, billed as Canada's answer to Hee Haw, and later co-hosted a nationally syndicated Nashville music program. In 1986, Emmons was tapped to host a new version of "Chain Reaction" for Global & USA Network, leaving after one season due to the show taping in Montreal instead of California as previously agreed. He was replaced by Geoff Edwards. Before "Chain Reaction", Emmons appeared as a contestant on "The Joker's Wild" and a celebrity guest on "Definition". A veteran himself, Emmons helped organize the Wounded Warrior Weekend in Nipawin, an event that brought more than 100 soldiers from across Canada and the United States together to fish, golf, and connect as part of their rehabilitation and recovery from PTSD. |
posted 2/12/2026 |
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Back to the Farm... |
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Love is back in the fields and this time, it's more intimate, more intense and more unpredictable than ever. FOX's hit dating series Farmer Wants a Wife returns for Season Four Tuesday, April 21 (8:00-9:00 PM ET/PT) introducing three new farmers who are ready to put their hearts and their livelihoods on the line in the ultimate search for lasting love. Hosted once again by actress and New York Times bestselling author Kimberly Williams-Paisley, Season Four strips the experience down to the roots, focusing on fewer farmers and deeper connections as a new group of single women leave behind city comforts for muddy boots, early mornings and the promise of forever. Farmer Wants a Wife is the most successful dating show in the world, having aired in 32 countries and resulting in 250 marriages and more than 500 children - proof that true love can grow anywhere. From Midwest cornfields to Southern pastures to a sun-soaked California farm-to-table operation, this season's farmers are the total package: hardworking, heartfelt and undeniably charming. Meet Braden Pridemore, Brett Maverick and Sean Cavanaugh, the farmers of Season Four: For the first time ever, Season Four follows just three farmers, allowing their stories to unfold with more depth, vulnerability and emotional stakes. The result? A season that's more immersive, more romantic and even more hearts break. Fox has revealed the single ladies vying for the hearts of the bachelors on Farmer Wants a Wife. Hosted by 9-1-1: Nashville's Kimberly Williams-Paisley, Season 4 of the dating series is set to premiere on Tuesday, April 21, at 8 p.m. ET. The ladies in Brett's Farm are Breaunna, Cassi, Hanna, Heather, Julia, Lauren, Paige, Quinn, and Stephanie. The ladies in Sean's Farm are Alibeth, Autumn, Brooke, Carson, Emily, Gabriela, Kamyrn, Macey, and Olivia. The ladies in Braden's Farm are Ana Paula, Brittney, Cameron, Caroline, Carsyn, Casey, Faith, Mackenzie, and Nicolette. |
posted 2/11/2026 |
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BBC Remains Faithful to "The Traitors" |
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The Traitors will be a fixture on the BBC until at least 2030. The British broadcaster has signed a three-year deal for the Claudia Winkleman-hosted shows, cementing the format's status as one of the biggest on UK television. The agreement was announced by Tim Davie, the outgoing BBC director-general, during a valedictory speech to The Royal Television Society on Thursday morning. Sat in the audience were Stephen Lambert, The Traitors' producer, and his boss Jane Turton, who runs All3Media, which was merged last week with Banijay. Lambert said: "The Traitors has become a genuine television phenomenon across the world, but especially in the UK, and we're thrilled to continue the journey with the BBC." The BBC's new deal will begin with Season 5 early next year, with a further three seasons planned up until 2030, meaning the show will reach at least Season 8. The Celebrity Traitors' second season will premiere later this year, with a further three seasons planned all the way to late 2029. The three-year deals are usually reserved for the biggest entertainment shows on British television. ITV tends to make similar commitments to Britain's Got Talent, for example. The Celebrity Traitors was the highest-rated show in the UK last year, averaging nearly 15M viewers. The finale's audience of 15.4M made it the best-performing entertainment episode in Britain in nearly a decade, according to the BBC. The Traitors deal was overseen by Kalpna Patel-Knight, head of entertainment commissioning for the BBC. The executive producers for Studio Lambert Scotland are Mike Cotton, Sarah Fay, Lewis Thurlow, and Darrell Olsen. The commissioning editors for the BBC are Neil McCallum and Michael Jochnowitz. Created in the Netherlands by IDTV, an All3Media company, The Traitors format was further developed with the RTL Creative Unit and originally produced by IDTV for RTL4. All3Media International is global partner for The Traitors and handles format and tape sales worldwide. |
posted 2/11/2026 |
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Lucky Southern Stars |
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Well-loved broadcaster Daniel Faitaua has been revealed as the host of Celebrity Tipping Point New Zealand, a new local version of the popular quiz show set to air later this year. The primetime celebrity edition will see notable Kiwi personalities take on the show's signature coin-pusher machine in a bid to win money for their chosen charities. Faitaua, a long-time TVNZ journalist and presenter, will guide contestants through the fast-paced quiz format. Players answer general knowledge questions to earn counters which drop into the arcade-style machine in hopes of pushing prizes over the edge. "You can't underestimate how much we as a nation love quizzing and to once again be invited back into your homes and family time to test your general knowledge is such a privilege," Faitaua said. "Expect a show that's livelier, more Kiwiana, with a surprise or two. I'm so excited and can't wait to get stuck in." Each episode will see three celebrity contestants go head-to-head, using their counters in the machine to trigger prizes and mystery rewards that could change the outcome of the game. Celebrity Tipping Point NZ will be produced by Screentime New Zealand. The 10-part series is set to screen on TVNZ 1 and TVNZ+ later this year, with the celebrity lineup and premiere date yet to be announced. |
posted 3/12/2026 |
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Thursday Lightning Round |
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The Floor is returning April 8 on Fox, and they just announced a "game-changing twist." The Rob Lowe-hosted game show features 100 contestants standing in squares with their expert category attached to it. Picked by a randomizer, contestants then face off with a category of their choosing that is connected to them. Whoever conquers the whole floor by the end of the season win $250,000. Ashley Washburn won Season 4 and shared how the twists, including America's Duels, the golden square, and the time boosts, all affected the game. In May 2025, Fox announced that The Floor would return for Season 4 and Season 5. Season 5 of The Floor will premiere on Wednesday, April 8, with a two-hour premiere at 8/7c. In the exclusive clip, linked below, Lowe shared that Season 5 has a"game-changing twist." Whichever contestant wins the most duels will have their spots on the floor frozen. It's called the territory freeze, and it's new for this season. Although the twist wasn't explained fully, the trailer said: "Freeze the Floor, Control the Game." |
posted 3/11/2026 |
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More on "Love Overboard" |
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Hulu has unveiled the cast and premiere date for the Alex Cooper-produced dating reality series, Love Overboard. The show will premiere all nine episodes on Thursday, March 26 on Hulu and Hulu on Disney+ in the U.S. and on Disney+ internationally. U.S. audiences will get a preview of the premiere episode on Sunday, March 22 at 10 p.m. ET on ABC, right after the premiere of The Bachelorette. Gabby Windey hosts Love Overboard, a dating series set on a yacht where sexy singles are ready to mix and mingle … and find love. But there's a twist … gaining access to the yacht's extravagant amenities won't be so simple. As the journey unfolds, romance ignites; alliances form; and hearts are shattered. In the end, only one couple will reign supreme. Who will rise to the top, and who will be left stranded. Who are the contestants on Love Overboard Season 1? Love Overboard is produced by Alex Cooper's production company, Unwell Productions, Jeff Jenkins Productions, in association with 3BMG, and Walt Disney Television Alternative. Cooper will serve as executive producer alongside Matt Kaplan and Mina Lefevre at Unwell Productions; Jeff Jenkins, Russell Jay-Staglik, and Jason Ehrlich at Jeff Jenkins Productions; and Ross Weintraub and Reinout Oerlemans at 3BMG.. |
posted 3/11/2026 |
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Another Castle... |
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Banijay Entertainment's reality competition format The 50 is heading to Italy. Banijay Italia will produce the the sixth international version of the format for Prime Video. Originally created by Banijay France's B-Prod, The 50 sees 50 reality stars compete inside a castle under the control of a mysterious Lion-masked Game Master. Through daily challenges, players gain the power to save others, while those left unprotected are eliminated. As alliances shift, the group works to build a shared jackpot, with the final prize of up to €50,000 awarded, not to the winner, but to one of their supporters. Banijay Italia is home to a slate of titles which includes reality shows L'Isola dei Famosi and Il Collegio; game shows L'Eredità, Don't Forget the Lyrics, Name That Tune; cooking shows Quattro Ristoranti and Bake Off Italia; and talent shows La Corrida, among others. |
posted 3/11/2026 |
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Wednesday Lightning Round |
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Bill Kurtis, the veteran broadcast journalist known for his rich voice, is retiring from the irreverent National Public Radio news quiz show "Wait Wait … Don't Tell Me!" after serving as its judge and scorekeeper for a dozen years. Kurtis, 85, said in a statement that was sent to NPR's editorial staff on Monday that there was no better way to stay young than to give voice to jokes written by people who are fearless in taking down anything and anyone. "What an incredible chapter 'Wait Wait … Don't Tell Me!' is in my life," he said. Before joining the show in 2014, Kurtis was a co-anchor of "CBS Morning News" and narrated the true crime docuseries "Cold Case Files" on the A&E Network. A representative for NPR declined to comment on Tuesday beyond the note sent to the staff. "Wait Wait … Don't Tell Me!," which started in January 1998, is a weekly hourlong quiz program that asks contestants, including call-in listeners and celebrity guests, to test their knowledge of current events in a series of lighthearted, comic segments. Winners — and with Kurtis's generous score-keeping, the odds are often in contestants' favor — receive a custom voice mail greeting recorded by one of the show's regulars. The humorist Peter Sagal has hosted the show since its beginning. The show's first scorekeeper was Carl Kasell, another broadcast journalist with decades of experience. He died in 2018 at the age of 84. Kurtis, who had earlier narrated the Will Ferrell comedy "Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy," quickly fit into the role, using his deep and full voice to find the comic potential in even the most mundane headlines. "Almost immediately Bill proved he had the right blend of gravitas and goofiness to succeed on 'Wait Wait,'" the note to the NPR staff said, pointing to his opening introductions each week. "I'm the voice of your aunt's sexual awakening," he would say. Or: "I'm the voice so creamy, you better take some Lactaid." And: "I'm the voice so rich, it makes you sign a prenup." On the March 7 episode, Kurtis introduced himself as a "voice so powerful, I command the clocks to spring forward." Sagal said in the same note to staff members that he could never believe that a newsman of Kurtis's stature would "stoop to doing our silly little show." After hundreds of shows, Sagal said, "I still can't quite believe it, but am incredibly grateful to have been wrong." Kurtis's last show will be May 23. |
posted 3/10/2026 |
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"America's Culinary Cup" Begins |
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AMERICA'S CULINARY CUP announced today the 14 renowned Guest Judges bringing the heat and key expertise to CBS' new high-stakes cooking competition this season, beginning with the March 11 episode. Joining host and executive producer Padma Lakshmi, as well as chef judges Michael Cimarusti and Wylie Dufresne, each culinary expert will offer specialized insight in evaluating a challenge centered around one of the series' ten culinary commandments: meat, vegetables, sauces, dessert, innovation, taste, sustainability, world cuisine, consistency, culinary science and technology - the very principles that define greatness in the kitchen. The ultimate culinary showdown, which features 16 of the nation's most elite chefs competing for the biggest cash prize in culinary television history - $1 million - airs Wednesdays (9:30-10:30 PM, ET/PT) on the CBS Television Network, and streaming on Paramount+ (live and on demand for Paramount+ Premium plan subscribers, or on demand for Paramount+ Essential subscribers the day after the episode airs)*. Introducing AMERICA'S CULINARY CUP Guest Judges |
posted 3/10/2026 |
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Roku Bolsters Game Show Channels |
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The Roku Channel has recently been building out an extensive collection of game show channels, catering to fans of classic competitions, high-stakes challenges, and family-friendly entertainment. With a diverse array of programming that spans decades of television history, the addition underscores Roku's commitment to expanding its ad-supported content library, making it easier for users to access hours of engaging, interactive-style shows directly on their smart TVs, streaming devices, or mobile apps. The expansion comes at a time when streaming services are increasingly focusing on niche genres to retain audiences amid growing competition for The Roku Channel. Game shows, known for their blend of excitement, strategy, and humor, have seen a resurgence in popularity, drawing in viewers of all ages who enjoy the thrill of contestants vying for prizes or outsmarting opponents. By incorporating these channels, The Roku Channel not only revives beloved formats from the past but also includes contemporary hits that have captivated global audiences. This move is expected to enhance user engagement, as game shows often encourage repeat viewings and social discussions, turning passive watching into an active experience. A total of 25 dedicated game show channels have been added, covering everything from price-guessing classics to survival-based adventures and culinary showdowns. This impressive count reflects Roku's strategy to curate a comprehensive selection, ensuring there's something for every taste, whether it's lighthearted trivia or intense physical feats. The channels draw from various production eras and networks, providing a mix of American staples and international favorites. Viewers can now dive into marathon sessions, reliving iconic moments like dramatic reveals or buzzer-beating answers, all streamed seamlessly with minimal interruptions. Here is the full bullet-pointed list of the newly added game show channels: |
posted 3/10/2026 |
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The Price Is Right Tonight... TONIGHT! |
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Howie Mandel gets pitched a lot of jobs. Hosting The Price Is Right Tonight was the first one he said yes to immediately after hearing the name of the show. "They didn't even finish the name of the show in the sentence when I shouted 'yes,'" said Mandel. "The original The Price Is Right program turns 70 this year. It's ubiquitous, everybody loves it, and now I have a chance to come home and do it." Along with Mandel, 70, the cast includes model and former Miss Universe Canada winner Ashley Callingbull, 26, and Toronto Blue Jays lead announcer Ben Shulman, 24. This program is set to air in prime time, premiering March 10 on Citytv or Citytv+. Mandel, who also returns as a judge on the 20th anniversary season of America's Got Talent this year, says The Price Is Right Tonight is a supercharged Canadian take on the original version. "It's very rare for Canada to take something that already exists globally and make it bigger, better and more exciting. And it is," he said. "We added tension, twists, more time with the people, and all those things in the iconic game you know and love like Cliffhanger and Plinko, but amped up. "That's why we call it The Price Is Right Tonight, because I wanted a prime-time, exciting show more like Deal Or No Deal than a softer, daytime show." |
posted 3/10/2026 |
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Tuesday Lightning Round |
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Meredith Vieira's "25 Words or Less" is coming back for another season. Announcing the renewal, the show posted on its socials: "It's official! We're filming season 8 this summer and we're so grateful for everyone who keeps watching!" That is not all, because the announcement continued: "Stay tuned for more announcements about our LIVE episodes (yes, they're back!) and casting details. Based on the board game of the same name, "25 Words or Less" challenges civilian/celebrity teams to come up with key words & phrases by conveying as few words as possible for a shot at $10,000. It premiered as a regular series after a nationwide test run in 2018, but since 2020, the show has filmed in virtual Zoom-like pods. |
posted 3/9/2026 |
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Canada Returns to the Runway |
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Crave has renewed Project Runway Canada for a second season, as the reality competition opens casting. The series produced by Bell Media and hosted by Coco Rocha is set to return to helm the fashion design competition. Rocha will be joined by judges Jeanne Beker and Spencer Badu, with Aurora James also set to return as mentor. Production on Season 2 begins this summer in Toronto and debuts on Crave later this year. Project Runway Canada is based on the Fremantle format created by Eli Holzman in 2004 and owned by Spyglass Media Group. The reality competition was first adapted for Canadian audiences in 2007 and aired for two seasons, ending in 2009. The Crave revival returned in 2025 and was won by Toronto-based designer Leeland Mitchell. The designer captured viewers' attention and cultivated a loyal following of hopeful designers and fashion aficionados. For designers looking to showcase their talent and design vision, and compete for the title of Canada's "Next Great Designer," and a career-launching investment of $100,000. |
posted 3/9/2026 |
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Rest in Peace... |
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The Sun is reporting that Channel 4's high-concept series "The Inheritance", a ratings flop when the contest eventually dropped in August, will be canceled after one season The show from Studio Lambert, the makers of The Traitors, featured Elizabeth Hurley as a dead heiress whose fortune the contestants were battling to get a hold of. Rob Rinder featured as a co-host, the executor of her "estate". A TV insider said: "The Inheritance has been widely viewed as a flop, despite all the publicity and having a big star at its heart. "Channel 4 maintains no decision has been made on its future, but many people involved in the debut series are working on the basis that it isn't returning. "Of course there may be some huge changes of mind and the show enjoys a stay of execution, but all the signs are that this is another expensive flop and they're likely to quit while they're behind." The debut episode only attracted half a million views when it debuted, though the ratings grew substantially once catch-up was thrown into the mix. But that still saw it viewed by a relatively modest 1.5 million over 14 days. |
posted 3/9/2026 |
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NBC has ordered a sophomore season of the hit reality adventure series "Destination X." Hosted by actor Jeffrey Dean Morgan ("The Walking Dead," "The Boys"), the innovative series combines spectacular adventure travel and immersive gameplay with the ultimate guessing game. Produced by Twofour and Universal Television Alternative Studio, a division of Universal Studio Group, production on "Destination X" will begin later this year. "Destination X" was the #1 new show of the summer and reached more than 20 million viewers across all platforms. It also stands as the best alternative series launch on Peacock. "'Destination X' is returning with the world as our playground to deliver new unforgettable adventures that will keep viewers guessing every step of the way," said Sharon Vuong, EVP, Unscripted Programming, NBC. "With the incomparable Jeffrey Dean Morgan back at the helm, season two promises to deliver surprising twists and push boundaries even further." "'Destination X' pushes the boundaries of what unscripted television can deliver with a truly global experience that feels cinematic, exhilarating and unlike anything else on TV," said Toby Gorman, President, Universal Television Alternative Studio. "With this new season, we're dialing everything up even more, taking both the contestants and the audience on adventures that are bigger, bolder and completely unexpected." Merging fantasy with reality in this larger-than-life adventure competition series, contestants embark on the road trip of a lifetime but have no idea of their location. In order to win, they must figure out their mystery locations. Once they're on the blacked-out Destination X bus, the journey transforms into a real-life game board, with challenges designed to offer clever clues as to their location, along with a few misdirects to keep them guessing. At the end of each episode, the contestant who places an X on a map farthest from the actual location packs their bags. The first participant to reach the final Destination X will be crowned the winner and take home $250,000. Casting for season two is currently underway. For those who love international travel, adventure and outsmarting the competition, applicants can visit https://dx.castingcrane.com/. Based on the award-winning Belgian format, the series was created by Geronimo and is distributed globally by Be-Entertainment. "Destination X" for NBC is produced by Twofour, part of ITV Studios, and Universal Television Alternative Studio, a division of Universal Studio Group. Andy Cadman, Sophie Alcock, Darren Brown, Jeffrey Dean Morgan and Emanuel Vanderjeudg executive produce alongside Twofour's Dan Adamson and Shireen Abbott. |
posted 3/9/2026 |
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Paramount Skydance Corporation (NASDAQ: PSKY) ("Paramount") and Warner Bros. Discovery, Inc. (NASDAQ: WBD) ("WBD") today announced they have entered into a definitive merger agreement under which Paramount will acquire WBD, forming a premier global media and entertainment company focused on expanding consumer choice and empowering creative talent worldwide. Under the terms of the agreement, Paramount will pay $31.00 per share in cash for all outstanding shares of WBD. The transaction has been unanimously approved by the Boards of Directors of both companies and is expected to close in Q3 2026, subject to customary closing conditions, including regulatory clearances and approval by WBD shareholders, with a vote expected in the early spring of 2026. In the event the transaction has not closed by September 30, 2026, WBD shareholders will receive a $0.25 per share "ticking fee" for each quarter (measured daily) until closing. The merger unlocks innovative and compelling storytelling opportunities across the combined company's best-in-class film and television studios, streaming and linear platforms. Together, Paramount and WBD will deliver greater choice for consumers through its leading streaming platforms with an exceptional intellectual property portfolio that has produced popular franchises such as Game of Thrones, Mission Impossible, Harry Potter, Top Gun, the DC Universe and SpongeBob SquarePants. David Ellison, Chairman and CEO of Paramount, a Skydance Corporation, said: "From the very beginning, our pursuit of Warner Bros. Discovery has been guided by a clear purpose: to honor the legacy of two iconic companies while accelerating our vision of building a next-generation media and entertainment company. By bringing together these world-class studios, our complementary streaming platforms, and the extraordinary talent behind them, we will create even greater value for audiences, partners and shareholders - and we couldn't be more excited for what's ahead." David Zaslav, President and CEO of Warner Bros. Discovery said: "I'm very pleased with the outcome we achieved for WBD shareholders and the entertainment industry. Our guiding principle throughout this process has been to secure a transaction that maximizes the value of our iconic assets and our century-old studio while delivering as much certainty as possible for our investors. We look forward to working with Paramount to complete this historic transaction." There are a few consolations. Netflix stock is up today — investors disliked the deal, preferring the streamer as it has mostly been, a finally tuned precision tool, no big complications. Netflix will also walk away with a cool $2.8 billion breakup fee from WBD (but funded by Paramount). And it forced a rival studio to pony up more cash in what will be the biggest leveraged buyout in history. The latest... |
posted 3/9/2026 |
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Monday Lightning Round |
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SAG-AFTRA Extends Negotiations to Next Week |
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SAG-AFTRA and the AMPTP announced today that they have agreed to extend negotiations into next week, the week of March 9. This is the final extension for the current block of talks between the two sides as they will be bumping against the planned April 16 start of negotiations between the AMPTP and the WGA. If the actors and the studios cannot reach an agreement next week, SAG-AFTRA will have to go to the back of the line and wait for its turn to resume talks with the AMPTP in June, after the studios have gone through their scheduled contract negotiations with the WGA and the DGA. SAG-AFTRA's current contract expired on June 30. Both the AMPTP and SAG-AFTRA have adhered to a media blackout they imposed on their negotiations from the start. According to sources, the two sides have made progress, which would explain why they have agreed to extend talks into next week instead of putting a pin in them for now. While there has been a good amount of movement, there are still some wide chasms on a few key issues, sources caution. We hear the two sides may be exchanging proposals today that could help bridge some of the outstanding gaps and determine whether next week could lead to a deal or not. |
posted 3/6/2026 |
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Brazil Drops the Boom |
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Keshet International has confirmed a new licensing agreement with the Brazilian production company Boxfish to adapt its hit gameshow format "Boom!" for RECORD. This 15-episode season, consisting of 90-minute installments, marks the 23rd international version of the high-stakes trivia show. Hosted by renowned entertainer Tom Cavalcante, the Brazilian adaptation features a head-to-head competition between two teams. Each group is led by a celebrity contestant playing alongside friends or family members for a grand prize of R$100,000. The show is scheduled to premiere on RECORD on March 8. Marcelo Silva, artistic vice-president at RECORD, states: "'BOOM!' is an international phenomenon, celebrated for blending knowledge, suspense, and entertainment in a thrilling and irresistible way for audiences. With the charismatic Tom Cavalcante leading the show, we are confident that this new adaptation will be one of the major highlights of our lineup and is set to captivate viewers across the entire country." Originally created by Ido Rosenblum and Keshet Broadcasting for Keshet 12, the format requires contestants to solve trivia questions by cutting colored wires on a "bomb" before the clock runs out. To date, "Boom!" has seen successful runs in the United States, Spain, Italy, Colombia, and Vietnam, among other territories. Notably, the Spanish version produced for Antena 3 holds two Guinness World Records, including the largest prize pot in game show history. |
posted 3/6/2026 |
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Two former contestants of The Amazing Race have filed a lawsuit against CBS and the show's producers, alleging that the series waged a "smear strategy" against them with its editing. Jonathan and Ana Rivera Towns, a married couple who competed in season 37 of the globetrotting reality competition series, filed their lawsuit Wednesday in Los Angeles Superior Court, according to Deadline. The outlet reports that the pair are representing themselves against named defendants CBS, parent company Paramount, and producers ABC Signature and Jerry Bruckheimer Films. CBS and Paramount did not immediately respond when Entertainment Weekly reached out for comment. As viewers may remember, the couple was often shown bickering during their journey, with Jonathan, a software developer, seemingly unloading his frustrations on Ana, a stay-at-home mom. Jonathan was even reprimanded more than once for his name-calling and demeaning attitude towards Ana. The duo made it all the way to the finale, ultimately finishing in third place. The suit alleges that the defendants presented "a constructed, false, and highly damaging portrayal" of Jonathan, in ways "that were applied to no other participant in the production." It continues: "The resulting broadcast, disseminated to tens of millions of viewers on a nationally distributed television network, falsely portrayed Jonathan Towns, a private individual with no antecedent public profile, as a morally depraved, brutal and abusive spouse." The suit also claims that, following a "meltdown" and "clear emotional anguish" by Jonathan during the 2024 shooting of the Phil Keoghan-hosted series, he was diagnosed as having autism spectrum disorder. Instead of helping the contestant, the complaint alleges that show producers convinced the couple not to quit the show and assured them there was nothing underhanded occurring with their depiction. The filing claims show producers deliberately painted a portrait of Jonathan as someone engaging in "intentional emotional abuse toward his spouse." The couple is seeking $8 million in damages, as well as a public apology and a re-edit of their season with "appropriate disclaimers" of Jonathan's diagnosis. |
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